Lenco PDR-026 Portable DAB Plus FM Radio User Manual

Lenco PDR-026 Portable DAB Plus FM Radio

CAUTION:
Usage of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

PRECAUTIONS BEFORE USE

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN MIND:

1. Do not cover or block any ventilation openings. When placing the device on a shelf, leave 5 cm (2”) free space around the whole device.

2. Install in accordance with the supplied user manual.

3. Keep the device away from heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves, candles and other heat-generating products or naked flame. The device can only be used in moderate climates. Extremely cold or warm environments should be avoided. Working temperature between 0° and 35°C.

4. Avoid using the device near strong magnetic fields.

5. Electrostatic discharge can disturb normal usage of this device. If so, simply reset and restart the device following the instruction manual. During file transmission, please handle with care and operate in a static-free environment.

6. Warning! Never insert an object into the product through the vents or openings.
   High voltage flows through the product and inserting an object can cause electric shock and/or short circuit internal parts. For the same reason, do not spill water or liquid on the product.

7. Do not use in wet or moist areas such as bathrooms, steamy kitchens or near swimming pools.

8.  The device shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and make sure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on or near the apparatus.

9.  Do not use this device when condensation may occur. When the unit is used in a warm wet room with damp, water droplets or condensation may occur inside the unit and the unit may not function properly; let the unit stand in power OFF for 1 or 2 hours before turning on the power: the unit should be dry before getting any power.

10.  Although this device is manufactured with the utmost care and checked several times before leaving the factory, it is still possible that problems may occur, as with all electrical appliances. If you notice smoke, an excessive build-up of heat or any other unexpected phenomena, you should disconnect the plug from the main power socket immediately.

11. This device must operate on a power source as specified on the specification label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply used in your home, consult your dealer or local power company.

12. Keep away from animals. Some animals enjoy biting on power cords.

13. To clean the device, use a soft dry cloth. Do not use solvents or petrol based fluids. To remove severe stains, you may use a damp cloth with dilute detergent.

14.  The supplier is not responsible for damage or lost data caused by malfunction, misuse, modification of the device or battery replacement.

15.  Do not interrupt the connection when the device is formatting or transferring files. Otherwise, data may be corrupted or lost.

16.  If the unit has USB playback function, the USB memory stick should be plugged into the unit directly. Don’t use an USB extension cable because it can cause interference resulting in failing of data.

17. The rating label has been marked on the bottom or back panel of the device.

18. This device is not intended for use by people (including children) with physical, sensory or mental disabilities, or a lack of experience and knowledge, unless they’re under supervision or have received instructions about the correct use of the device by the person who is responsible for their safety.

19. This product is intended for non professional use only and not for commercial or industrial use.

20. Make sure the unit is adjusted to a stable position. Damage caused by using this product in an unstable position vibrations or shocks or by failure to follow any other warning or precaution contained within this user manual will not be covered by warranty.

21.  Never remove the casing of this device.

22.  Never place this device on other electrical equipment.

23.  Do not allow children access to plastic bags.

24. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

25.  Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the device has been damaged in any way, such as the power supply cord or the plug, when liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the device, when the device has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

26. Long exposure to loud sounds from personal music players may lead to temporary or permanent hearing loss.

27. If the product is delivered with power cable or AC power adaptor:

    •  If any trouble occur, disconnect the AC power cord and refer servicing to qualified personnel.
    •  Don’t step on or pinch the power adaptor. Be very careful, particularly near the plugs and the cable’s exit point. Do not place heavy items on the power adaptor, which may damage it. Keep the entire device out of children’s reach! When playing with the power cable, they can seriously injure themselves.
    •  Unplug this device during lightning storms or when unused for a long period.
    • The socket outlet must be installed near the equipment and must be easily accessible.
    •  Do not overload ac outlets or extension cords. Overloading can cause fire or electric shock.
    • Devices with class 1 construction should be connected to a main socket outlet with a protective earthed connection.
    • Devices with class 2 construction do not require a earthed connection.
    •  Always hold the plug when pulling it out of the main supply socket. Do not pull the power cord. This can cause a short circuit.
    •  Do not use a damaged power cord or plug or a loose outlet. Doing so may result in fire or electric shock.

28. If the product contains or is delivered with a remote control containing coin/cell batteries:
    Warning:

    • “Do not ingest battery, Chemical Burn Hazard” or equivalent working.
    •  [The remote control supplied with] This product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death.
    •  Keep new and used batteries away from children.
    •  If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children.
    •  If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.

29. Caution about the use of Batteries:

•  Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
•  Battery cannot be subjected to high or low extreme temperatures, low air pressure at high altitude during use, storage or transportation.
• Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
• Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, that can result in an explosion.
•  Leaving a battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment that can result in an explosion or that leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
• A battery subjected to extremely low air pressure that may result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
•  Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal.

INSTALLATION

•  Unpack all parts and remove protective material.
• Do not connect the unit to the mains before checking the mains voltage and before all other connections have been made.

WARNING

• When participating in the traffic listening to a personal music player can make the listener less aware of potential dangers such as approaching cars.
• To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods.

ACCESSORIES

Instruction manual DC to USB cable

Overview

CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS

• A. Telescope antenna
• B. Standby/Mode button
• C. Preset 1
• D. Scan button
• E. Preset 2
• F. Menu/Info button
• G. Preset 3
• H. Alarm button
• I. Prev button
• J. Preset button
• K. Next button
• L. Vol/Select button
• M. Display
• N. ON/OFF switch
• O. Ear phone jack
• P. DC input socket DC 5V
• Q. Charging cable (USB to DC plug cable)

Power Supply
If operation by mains power is not possible the radio can be powered by built- in rechargeable batteries.

1.  Operation by mains
   Insert the DC plug of the charging power supply into the DC input socket DV 5V. Then plug the power supply into a mains socket.

2. Operation by batteries
   Disconnect the charging power supply from the DC 5V socket.

Operation

Adjusting the antenna For optimal reception, extend the antenna, move to fully extend and adjust it. Turning the unit on/off (standby) Push the on/off switch to ON. Press the standby button for approx. 1 second to turn on/off the unit. Adjusting the volume The volume can be adjusted during playback with the volume control Vol.

DAB RADIO
Press Model to select DAB mode. When the radio is switched on for the first time, it will automatically do a full scan of DAB/DAB+ stations. The list of stations is then stored, eliminating the need for another full scan when the radio is turned on next time. When the scan is complete, the stations are stored in alphabetical order. The first available station will be played back.
Note: If there is no DAB reception at any time, change the position of the unit or adjust the antenna.

CHANGING DAB/DAB+ STATIONS

1.  Press the buttons Prev or Next in DAB mode to navigate available DAB/DAB+ stations.
2. Press Select to confirm.

DAB MODE-AUTO SCAN
Long press the button Menu in DAB mode and then the buttons Prev or Next buttons or turn the volume knob appears on the display. Press Select to confirm. The unit scans all available DAB/DAB+ stations and plays the first available station. Alternative, you can activate the auto scan function by pressing Scan.

Note
New stations and services are added to the stored DAB/DAB+ stations. In order to make new DAB/DAB+ stations and services available on your radio, run a full scan at regular intervals.

DISPLAYING STATION INFORMATION

1. Select a DAB station.
2. During DAB/DAB+ radio playback, press Menu repeatedly to display the following information (if available):

• Ensemble
•  Frequency
• Signal frequency error
• Audio state and bit rate
•  Time
•  Date
•  Radio text
•  Signal strength
• Programme type
• Power status (Mains or battery)

MANUAL STORING DAB STATIONS
You can store up to 30 preset DAB/DAB+ stations.

1. Select the desired station.
2. Press and hold Preset for one second and then confirm by pushing Select so that <Preset 1 stored> appears on the display.
3. Repeat steps 1 to 2 to store more DAB/DAB+ stations.
4. Or you can fast preset the favorite top 3 stations by press and hold the 1- 2-3 button for approximately 2 seconds until ‘Save to Preset’ and the numbered preset list is displayed.

Note: If there is already an existing DAB station stored under a preset, it will be over written when you store the new station.

SELECTING PRESET DAB STATIONS

1.  Press Mode to select the DAB/DAB+ mode.
2.  Press Preset to access the Preset menu “Preset Recall” <#: stored station name>.
3. Use the buttons Prev or Next or turn the volume knob to select a preset number and confirm your selection by pressing Select.

USING THE DAB/DAB+ MENU
In DAB mode press and hold Menu for approx. 1 second and the display shows the menu. Use the buttons Prev or Next or turn the volume knob to browse the menu options. To confirm your selection, press Select each time.

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  Searches for all available DAB/DAB+ stations.

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  Dynamic Range Control setting boosts the volume of quieter sounds in a noisy environment.
  Off/low/high

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  Bass and Treble can be adjusted separately.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING DAB+ RECEPTION

DAB+ radio reception is different from FM radio reception.

•  In FM, you can often still receive a weak station, but probably with a rustling or crackling sound.
•  DAB + reception works digitally and if there is not enough signal you hear nothing. No hiss or crackle as with FM. This is not due to the radio, but to the fact that there is not enough DAB+ signal at that location.
• DAB + rule is: no or weak reception = no sound.

What can you do if you do not have direct DAB+ reception.

• Always point the antenna straight up vertically first.
• Do not place the radio too close to potential sources of interference such as, battery chargers, rotating machinery, computers, large metal surfaces, etc.
• Move the radio a few meters.
•  Turn on the radio and activate a full scan in the DAB+ menu
• In the display of the radio you will see the progress of the scan and the number of stations found in the current position of the radio.

Important

• With DAB+ reception, there can be a very big difference in reception level between one location and “a few meters away”. In case of a local weak DAB+ signal, move the radio to find a stronger signal.
•  If you take the radio to another location, perform a full scan again. This will show you which DAB+ stations can be received there.

FM RADIO
Selecting FM Stations

1.  Press the Mode button to select FM stations.
2. The radio plays the last station selected.

Selecting FM station frequencies

1.  Select a FM stations.

2.  Manual frequency selection
   Press the buttons Prev or Next to change the frequency at intervals of 0.05 MHz.

3. Automatic frequency selection
   Press the buttons Prev or Next for 1-2 seconds and the radio will stop searching once an active station has been found.

4. If you can press the Scan button, the unit will quick search and play the next received station.

Storing FM stations
You can store up to 30 preset FM stations.

1.  Select the desired FM station.
2.  Press and hold the Preset button for one second and then confirm by pushing Select so that <Preset 1 Saved> appears on the display.
3. Repeat steps 1 to 2 to store more FM stations.
4. Or you can fast preset the favorite top 3 stations by press and hold the 1-2-3 button for approximately 2 seconds until <Preset … Saved> is displayed.

Note: If there is already an existing FM station stored under a preset, it will be over written when you store the new station.
Selecting a preset FM station

1.  Press Preset to access the Preset menu.
2.  Use the buttons Prev or Next or turn the volume knob to select a preset number and confirm your selection by pressing Select.

Using the FM menu

1.  Press and hold Menu in FM mode and select a menu option with the buttons Prev or Next or turn the volume knob

   Bass and Treble can be adjusted separately

2.  Confirm selection with Select.

SCAN setting

1.  Press and hold Menu in FM mode and select with the buttons Prev or Next .
2. Press Select to confirm the selection.
3. Select a menu option with the buttons Prev or Next or turn the volume knob and confirm with Select.

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  Scans for stations with strong signals

• Scans all available stations